Category Archives: 5.7 Hemi

NOTE: Do not use air tools to install engine lift fixture 8984 (2). 1. Install engine lift fixture 8984 (2). Do not use adapter (4). 2. Position the engine in the engine compartment. 3. Lower engine into compartment and align engine with transmission: • Manual Transmission: Align clutch disc assembly (if disturbed). Install transmission input… Read More »

1. Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release procedure (Refer to 14 ~ FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY –                        STANDARD PROCEDURE). 2. Disconnect the battery negative ‘cable. 3. Remove the air cleaner resonator and duct work as an assembly. 4. Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 –… Read More »

CAUTION: DO NOT use the starter motor to rotate the crankshaft. Severe damage could occur. When an engine is suspected of hydrostatic rock (regardless of what caused the problem), follow the steps below, 1. Perform the Fuel Pressure Release Procedure (Refer to 14 – FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY – STANDARD PROCEDURE). 2. Disconnect the negative cable(s)… Read More »

POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. CCV System malfunction 2. Defective valve stem seal(s) 3. Worn or broken piston rings 4. Scuffed pistons/cylinder walls 5. Carbon in oil control ring groove 6. Worn valve guides 7. Piston rings fitted too tightly in grooves CORRECTION 1. (Refer to 25 – EMISSIONS CONTROL/EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS – DESCRIPTION) for correct operation 2.… Read More »

POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. Misaligned or deteriorated gaskets 2. Loose fastener, broken or porous metal part 3. Front or rear crankshaft oil seal leaking 4. Leaking oil gallery plug or cup plug CORRECTION 1. Replace gasket 2. Tighten, repair or replace the part 3. Replace seal 4. Remove and reseal threaded plug. Replace cup style plug… Read More »

POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. Low oil level 2. Faulty oil pressure sending unit 3. Clogged oil fitter 4. Worn oil pump 5. Thin or diluted oil 6. Excessive bearing clearance 7. Oil pump relief valve stuck 8. Oil pickup tube loose, broken, bent or clogged 9. Oil pump cover warped or cracked CORRECTION 1. Check oil… Read More »

POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. Insufficient oil supply 2. Low oil pressure 3. Thin or diluted oil 4. Excessive main bearing clearance 5. Excessive end play 6. Crankshaft main journal out of round or worn 7. Loose flywheel or torque converter CORRECTION 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check engine oil level. If ok, Perform oil pressure… Read More »